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VJI 2115

1996 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Petrol 1996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

98,090 mi
Last recorded98,090 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz C110,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJI 2115
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2020 98,090 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 97,643 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 97,643 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 96,964 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 96,294 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 95,268 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 94,506 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 94,506 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Apr 2014 93,604 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 93,604 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 92,843 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 92,023 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 90,766 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 May 2010 89,968 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 89,968 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2009 88,727 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 87,588 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 85,947 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 84,327 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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VJI 2115 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 1,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 110,579 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VJI 2115, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VJI 2115 registered?

VJI 2115 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is VJI 2115 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJI 2115 shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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